Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Dies at 69 in Plane Crash
Claude Guillemot, one of the co-founders of Ubisoft, passed away at the age of 69 in a plane crash in France.
Claude Guillemot, one of the co-founders of Ubisoft, passed away at the age of 69 in a plane crash in France.
Claude Guillemot, a co-founder of Ubisoft known for titles like Assassin's Creed, tragically lost his life in a plane crash in La Baule, France. The crash involved a Cessna 421, with Guillemot and a flight instructor on board, both of whom were killed. Further details about the incident are yet to be disclosed.
Ubisoft officially confirmed Guillemot's death in a statement to Bloomberg, expressing deep sorrow at the loss. Guillemot, along with his four brothers, played a pivotal role in establishing Ubisoft in 1986. The company has since grown to become a major player in the gaming industry, responsible for renowned franchises like Rayman, Assassin's Creed, and Tom Clancy games.
Claude Guillemot, who also served as the CEO and chairman of Guillemot Corporation, a company specializing in interactive entertainment hardware, leaves behind a lasting legacy in the gaming world. His brother, Yves Guillemot, currently leads Ubisoft as CEO.
